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Wed
08
Apr

Easter Bunny out and about in West Union

Submitted by Clauer on Wed, 2020-04-08 10:58

Easter Bunny out and about in West Union

 

The Easter Bunny will be out and about in West Union on Saturday, April 11!  The bunny will be following a route throughout town starting at 10 a.m. on East Main st. and moving around town.  The bunny would love for anyone who wants to say “hi!” to step out and wave to greet him as he goes by! 

Wed
08
Apr

Social Distancing Easter Egg Hunt

Submitted by Clauer on Wed, 2020-04-08 10:55

Social Distancing Easter Egg Hunt

 

Easter egg and Easter basket hunts across the country have been canceled due to the COVID-19 pandemic, but that hasn’t stopped the community of Elgin from putting on their own version of the annual tradition.  

            This week, Elgin residents are encouraged to make and decorate eggs at home and hang them in their windows for area youngsters to “hunt.” 

            “It’s just a great way to make sure we get the kids out and walking while we celebrate Easter,” said Cindy Torkelson of the hunt.  “It’s hard not being able to do what we normally do this time of year, and this is a good way to get as close to that as we can!” 

            The Easter egg hunt is the second of its kind in the area, as residents had previously invited area children on a “Bear Hunt,” looking for teddy bears sitting in windows throughout town.

Wed
08
Apr

Fayette Council decides to waive water shut offs and late fees

Submitted by Clauer on Wed, 2020-04-08 10:14

Joshua Barker was sworn in as a new police officer at the Fayette City Council meeting, Monday. (Submitted photo)

 

Fayette Council decides to waive water shut offs and late fees

 

 

By Jack Swanson
jswanson@fayettecountynewspapers.com

 

The Fayette City Council decided to forgive any late fees and not do any water shut offs in regards to late payments of city water bills, following examples being done in other cities as part of a reaction to the COVID – 19 situation.

“I don’t think we should be turning off people’s water at this time. Especially when people are being asked to be extra hygienic and with the other factors they could be experiencing that we don’t know about. They don’t need any additional stressors. We don’t want to be seen as heartless,” said council member Amy Tucker at the regular council meeting, Monday, April 7, via phone conference.

Unemployment as a result of shutdowns was one of the factors brought up that may be a reason for the water bills not being paid in a timely manner.

It was decided to put a hold on the late fees and shut offs until May 4.

The Council also approved the hiring of a new full-time police officer,  Joshua Barker, at an annual wage of $39,117.

Wed
08
Apr

Fayette Library locked but not completely shut out

Submitted by Clauer on Wed, 2020-04-08 10:10

The Fayette Library is now closed for for those who are interested in reading on electronic devices or computers, there are now helpful guides to get you started at the Fayette Post Office on the Library bulletin board. There are three to choose from - one is for Libby, the easy-to-use reading app; one is for Overdrive, useful for older devices that do not support Libby; and one for those who prefer to read through their Kindle device. If you have internet at home, they can also be found as a PDF on the eBooks/audio section of the Library website https://www.fayettelibrary.lib.ia.us/ebook-audio. (Submitted photo)

 

Fayette Library locked but not completely shut out

 

By Jack Swanson
jswanson@fayettecountynewspapers.com

 

The Fayette Community Library is closed, well, not exactly.

Many area libraries are closed as we face the covid-19 threat but Fayette Library Director Annette Butikofer is finding ways to still make the Library accessible. 

“It makes sense to close and wait out this pandemic and most  libraries in this area are closed until further notice. Staff may still be working, as libraries are responsible for far more than most people know. But some libraries, including Fayette Community are doing their best to protect staff and patrons while offering a tiny piece of normal for these hard days,” Butikofer shared.

According to Butikofer, Fayette is one of the very few libraries offering “curbside” service. 

Wed
08
Apr

Uncharted territory for NFV track

Submitted by Clauer on Wed, 2020-04-08 10:04

North Fayette Valley senior Claire Halverson puts herself through her paces as she privately works out at the high school track. (Zak Kriener photo)

 

Unchartered territory for NFV track

 

Zakary Kriener

News Writer
zkriener@fayettepublishing.com

 

 

To say that this spring sports season has been unlike anything experienced by any of the NFV coaches ever before would be an understatement. While the Iowa High School Athletic Association announced on March 16 that all spring sports and activities would be suspended until further notice, TigerHawk track and field competitors have kept in shape despite no official practices.

“We are not allowed to have face-to-face contact with the athletes, but we did go ahead and create daily workouts for each of the students,” said NFV coach Mark Nuss. “I’m not sure how many are actually participating since I cannot physically be there, but I have gotten feedback from quite a few of the athletes.”

Wed
08
Apr

Robert Partridge

Submitted by Clauer on Wed, 2020-04-08 09:58

Robert Patridge

 

Robert L. Patridge, 93, of Fayette and formerly of Maynard, Iowa died Saturday, April 4, 2020 at Maple Crest Manor in Fayette.

 

Due to state and federal guidance on gatherings due to the COVID-19 pandemic, memorial services will be held at a later date.  We encourage relatives and friends to reach out to the family by leaving a message on the funeral home web site, by mail, text or phone.

 

The Jamison-Schmitz Funeral Home in Maynard is assisting the family.

 

Online obituary at www.jamisonschmitzfuneralhome.com

 

Wed
08
Apr

Larry Ishman

Submitted by Clauer on Wed, 2020-04-08 09:54

Larry Ishman

 

Larry Wayne Ishman, 77, of Eldorado, Iowa entered into heaven on Friday, March 27, 2020. Larry was born December 5, 1942 in West Union, Iowa, the son of Clarence "Bud" and LaVon Ishman.

 

Larry met the love of his life, Madalen, and was united in marriage in West Union, Iowa on August 5,1962. He worked for many years for Wonder Bread, as a route salesman and later became a plant manager. Larry also worked at Pharmaceutical Innovators, repairing pill counting machines. He worked hard, as was proud to do so. Larry and Madalen traveled across the country fixing the pill machines. Larry loved camping, cars, fishing, working on lawn mower motors and bicycles, eating muffins, loving cats and dogs, and his family. He will be dearly missed.
 

Wed
08
Apr

Soil and Water 2020

Wed
08
Apr

Cheryl Walker

Submitted by Clauer on Wed, 2020-04-08 09:39

Cheryl Walker

 

Cheryl D. Walker, 72, of Oelwein, Iowa died Saturday evening, April 4, 2020 at her home.

Due to state and federal guidance on gatherings due to the COVID-19 pandemic, the family will have a private graveside service at Lima Cemetery, rural Fayette, Iowa.  We encourage relatives and friends to reach out to the family by leaving a message on the funeral home web site, by mail, text or phone.

Online obituary at www.jamisonschmitzfuneralhome.com

Wed
08
Apr

Beverly Buckley

Submitted by Clauer on Wed, 2020-04-08 09:30

Beverly Buckley

 

Beverly Buckley, age 70 of Sac City, IA, passed away peacefully at home with her children by her side on Tuesday, March 31, 2020. Beverly was born on February 13, 1950, to parents Dana and Dea (VanHorn) Buckley in Sac City. She was baptized and confirmed at the United Methodist Church in Sac City.

   Beverly grew up in Sac City with her parents and siblings where she attended Sac City Community Schools. She graduated from Sac City High School with the class of 1968. Beverly was blessed with three children whom she devoted her life to. She was such a proud mom, grandma, and great-grandma. She enjoyed spending time on the lake boating with her fiancé, Lonnie, and all of her family. Beverly loved attending her grandkids’ activities and sporting events, she was their biggest fan.

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